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CY56 CYE

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

90,619 mi
Last recorded90,619 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY56 CYE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 90,619 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and underinflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 90,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Shock absorber corroded on spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft bearing housing fractured Metal housing in front of C V Boot is split (6.1.7 (f) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and underinflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 88,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also outer edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Disc's backing plate is loose

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms to rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 87,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 87,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread starting to split inner edge (255/40/19) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 85,344 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 83,788 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 82,116 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 80,956 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 79,504 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 77,230 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 75,082 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 72,550 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 69,728 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 66,371 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 66,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 62,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 62,925 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 60,168 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 60,168 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 53,906 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 46,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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CY56 CYE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 87,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CY56 CYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CY56 CYE registered?

CY56 CYE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is CY56 CYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY56 CYE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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